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zzRolex · 30 March 2011, 12:52 PM

I just purchased a used Submariner with the intent to have it blacked out. I have researched a few companies, but could really use a recommendation.
Has anyone here blacked out a Rolex? If so, how did yours turn out & would you recommend your vendor?

Any stories good or bad that you can share?

Thank you!!

jblaze · 30 March 2011, 12:55 PM

Look at the Project X watches.

Speed · 30 March 2011, 12:55 PM

Welcome to TRF...

But,

Dr.Brian · 30 March 2011, 12:56 PM

I think there was some discussion about this over on TZUK. You might ask there. Not with a Rolex though.

Frogman4me · 30 March 2011, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Welcome to TRF...

But,

seriously...

MortgageGuy · 30 March 2011, 01:03 PM

As I am more of a purist I personally would not do this however I do think it looks absolytely amazing

swish77 · 30 March 2011, 01:18 PM

Jack is the man. I've used him for a couple of mods, but not a black-out. He's great to work with. http://internationalwatchworks.com

Clay · 30 March 2011, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Welcome to TRF...

But,

I feel your pain.....

swatty · 30 March 2011, 06:34 PM

Welcome to TRF, Please post pics when you have had it done

aero · 30 March 2011, 01:42 PM

Try Times and Gems in Los Angeles.

StarSovereign · 30 March 2011, 01:44 PM

Don't do it...

dhh · 30 March 2011, 01:48 PM

Jack at IWW as posted above - seems like the best way to go.

(213)GMT · 31 March 2011, 04:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StarSovereign

Don't do it...

Word

SkyKing31 · 30 March 2011, 01:47 PM

I agree with Erik

phantom357 · 30 March 2011, 01:48 PM

Personally, I wouldn't do it, but post pics after you have. Perhaps, you may convert some us, well maybe not lol. good luck!!

threemonkeys · 30 March 2011, 02:10 PM

Whoa, easy gents. I'll handle this...

Ahem...well hello and welcome to TRF.

(how did I do?)

Dr. Robert · 30 March 2011, 02:13 PM

Welcome, bienvenidos, wilkommen, bienvenue........black is beautiful

Rolex116520 · 30 March 2011, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Welcome, bienvenidos, wilkommen, bienvenue........black is beautiful

Ebenezer , are you feeling well ?

Dr. Robert · 30 March 2011, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex116520

Ebenezer , are you feeling well ?

what can I say...I'm a sucker for black....it never goes out of fashion....doesn't show dirt & makes one look slim

BTW "L'Uomo Curmudgeon Vogue" (bible for stylish curmudgeons) is celebrating the 75th anniversary of black as THE color for curmudgeons.

Rolex116520 · 30 March 2011, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

what can I say...I'm a sucker for black....it never goes out of fashion....doesn't show dirt & makes one look slim

BTW "L'Uomo Curmudgeon Vogue" (bible for stylish curmudgeons) is celebrating the 75th anniversary of black as THE color for curmudgeons.

Ebenezer , Isn't PVD-ing a perfectly good classic Rolex model one of the Curmudgeon deadly sins ? Just after filling in lug holes , upgrading to PCL ,SEL's and luminova ?

Black ? Yes but as in black matte or gloss dials

mtrunner · 1 April 2011, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

what can I say...I'm a sucker for black....it never goes out of fashion....doesn't show dirt & makes one look slim

BTW "L'Uomo Curmudgeon Vogue" (bible for stylish curmudgeons) is celebrating the 75th anniversary of black as THE color for curmudgeons.

I had to laugh about a black watch making you look slim!

duckdown · 30 March 2011, 02:21 PM

It looks ridiculous from the few pictures I've seen

wildsidemtb · 30 March 2011, 02:27 PM

noooooooo don't do it,

Watch Professor · 30 March 2011, 02:29 PM

Why?

threemonkeys · 30 March 2011, 03:10 PM

We're all giving you a hard time, but really we're just having fun with you.

I think the black is kind of a cool/mod look myself and it really makes a statement. Although I personally wouldn't do it to such a fantabulous watch such as a Rolex. But individuality is a sweet thing and just because I wouldn't make one particular style choice, doesn't mean I couldn't appreciate someone else's decision. So if you go for black, please post pics because I know we would really enjoy seeing them.

And really, welcome to the group. We're glad you're here.

Sose · 30 March 2011, 03:14 PM

I'm definitely a purist. I saw don't do it.

folexhater · 30 March 2011, 03:22 PM

West Coast Customs..they did a great job on my car...or home depot, get a spray can and DIY! J/K

Here's a link
http://apbands.com/apbpvdcoating.htm

Medtech · 30 March 2011, 03:25 PM

+1 on the can of spray paint...at least you can remove it when ur done

C. Davidson · 30 March 2011, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zzRolex

I just purchased a used Submariner with the intent to have it blacked out. I have researched a few companies, but could really use a recommendation.
Has anyone here blacked out a Rolex? If so, how did yours turn out & would you recommend your vendor?

Any stories good or bad that you can share?

Thank you!!

Rolex will never service it.

If you do decide to PVD, make sure they have the diver extension out. Otherwise, it will be permanantly stuck within the clasp.

Gaijin · 30 March 2011, 03:42 PM

NOOOOOOOOOO!!!

30 March 2011, 12:52 PM	#1
zzRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: US Posts: 1	Blacking Out My Rolex I just purchased a used Submariner with the intent to have it blacked out. I have researched a few companies, but could really use a recommendation. Has anyone here blacked out a Rolex? If so, how did yours turn out & would you recommend your vendor? Any stories good or bad that you can share? Thank you!!

30 March 2011, 12:56 PM	#4
Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	I think there was some discussion about this over on TZUK. You might ask there. Not with a Rolex though. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

30 March 2011, 01:03 PM	#6
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	As I am more of a purist I personally would not do this however I do think it looks absolytely amazing __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

30 March 2011, 01:44 PM	#11
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	Don't do it... __________________ Submariner 116610LN - Black Dial & Stainless Steel DateJust 116234 - White Stick Dial & Roulette Wheel GMT-Master II 116710LN - Black Dial & Green "Fouth Hand"

30 March 2011, 01:48 PM	#12
dhh "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NE Posts: 421	Jack at IWW as posted above - seems like the best way to go. __________________ By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. -- Benjamin Franklin

30 March 2011, 12:55 PM	#2
jblaze Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Philly Posts: 24	Look at the Project X watches.

30 March 2011, 12:55 PM	#3
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Welcome to TRF... But,

30 March 2011, 01:18 PM	#7
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,984	Jack is the man. I've used him for a couple of mods, but not a black-out. He's great to work with. http://internationalwatchworks.com

30 March 2011, 06:34 PM	#9
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Welcome to TRF, Please post pics when you have had it done

30 March 2011, 01:42 PM	#10
aero "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sao Paulo Posts: 40	Try Times and Gems in Los Angeles.

30 March 2011, 01:47 PM	#14
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	I agree with Erik

30 March 2011, 01:48 PM	#15
phantom357 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Jack Daniels Land Watch: me drink Guinness! Posts: 373	Personally, I wouldn't do it, but post pics after you have. Perhaps, you may convert some us, well maybe not lol. good luck!!

30 March 2011, 02:10 PM	#16
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	Whoa, easy gents. I'll handle this... Ahem...well hello and welcome to TRF. (how did I do?)

30 March 2011, 02:13 PM	#17
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,018	Welcome, bienvenidos, wilkommen, bienvenue........black is beautiful __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

30 March 2011, 02:21 PM	#22
duckdown "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: R Location: Toronto, Canada Watch: d a t e j u s t 2 Posts: 462	It looks ridiculous from the few pictures I've seen __________________ My current "Rolex Fund" savings status: ~$15,000 CAD What am I buying next? I want a solid 18k gold Rolex. Got a great deal I should know about within my budget? Tell me!!

30 March 2011, 02:27 PM	#23
wildsidemtb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Australia Watch: Sea Dweller, 5512 Posts: 602	noooooooo don't do it,

30 March 2011, 02:29 PM	#24
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Why? __________________

30 March 2011, 03:10 PM	#25
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	We're all giving you a hard time, but really we're just having fun with you. I think the black is kind of a cool/mod look myself and it really makes a statement. Although I personally wouldn't do it to such a fantabulous watch such as a Rolex. But individuality is a sweet thing and just because I wouldn't make one particular style choice, doesn't mean I couldn't appreciate someone else's decision. So if you go for black, please post pics because I know we would really enjoy seeing them. And really, welcome to the group. We're glad you're here.

30 March 2011, 03:14 PM	#26
Sose "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NOVA Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 1,174	I'm definitely a purist. I saw don't do it. __________________ Breitling SuperOcean 42, 50th Anniversary Navitimer Coach Morgan W116 (by Movado) Longines Legend Diver (no date) Rolex GMT Master IIc, Explorer II

30 March 2011, 03:22 PM	#27
folexhater Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: kel Location: Los Angeles Posts: 481	West Coast Customs..they did a great job on my car...or home depot, get a spray can and DIY! J/K Here's a link http://apbands.com/apbpvdcoating.htm

30 March 2011, 03:25 PM	#28
Medtech Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: West-siide! Watch: it buddy! Posts: 334	+1 on the can of spray paint...at least you can remove it when ur done

30 March 2011, 03:42 PM	#30
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	NOOOOOOOOOO!!!

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